Legendary Locals of Ocean City

Ocean City has been called America’s Greatest Family Resort since theslogan was adopted by the chamber of commerce in 1920. But it has alwaysbeen a gathering place for families, beginning in 1879 when the Lakefamily came here to build a Christian Seaside Resort. Since those earlyyears, Ocean City has evolved into a community of diverse people, with thevalue of family still holding strong. While famous people, such as actressGrace Kelly and author Gay Talese, called Ocean City home, most of thepeople in this book are ordinary citizens. Many of these families are thirdand fourth generation. Some trace their roots back to the Lakes, othershave grandparents or great-grandparents who came here as immigrants. Stillothers have moved here more recently; all contribute to making Ocean Citya wonderful place to live and work.